Ashani pistol explained
| IOF .32" pistol (Ashani) |
| Origin: | India |
| Type: | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Is Ranged: | yes |
| Manufacturer: | Indian Ordnance Factory |
| Weight: | 0.68kg (01.5lb)[1] |
| Length: | 158mm |
| Part Length: | 87.37mm |
| Cartridge: | .32 ACP |
| Action: | Delayed Blowback, Single action |
| Feed: | 8-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights: | Fixed open sights |
Ashani (also known as IOF .32 pistol)[2] is a semi-automatic .32 calibre (7.65 mm) pistol designed and manufactured by the Ordnance Factory Board's Gun and Shell Factory and Rifle Factory Ishapore.[3] [4] The pistol is manufactured for concealed carry when permitted.
Variant
Ashani Mk I
The Mk I has a length of 158mm.[1]
Ashani Mk II
The Mk II was officially launched on December 23, 2017.[5] It has a length of 163mm.[6]
It retails at 85,000 rupees (About US$1020).[7]
Notes and References
- Web site: Archived copy . gsf.gov.in . 12 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200222145526/https://gsf.gov.in/htb/mk1custnotice.pdf . 22 February 2020 . dead.
- Web site: Archived copy . 2015-06-02 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150529231251/http://gunaccessory.com/32_IOF_Pistol/DEFAULT.HTM . 2015-05-29 . dead .
- Web site: Archived copy . ofbeproc.gov.in . 12 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200222144843/https://ofbeproc.gov.in/scripts/itt_pq/107MMEPQ16000359/EOI%20Document%20pistol.pdf . 22 February 2020 . dead.
- Web site: Chowdhuri . Rajib . 2018-07-28 . Ashani Mark Mk-II pistol creates hope for export . 2023-10-14 . The Asian Age.
- Web site: Pistol for purse, in two colours . www.telegraphindia.com . 12 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200222145005/https://www.telegraphindia.com/states/west-bengal/pistol-for-purse-in-two-colours/cid/1396494 . 22 February 2020 . live.
- Web site: Archived copy . gsf.gov.in . 12 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200222145349/http://gsf.gov.in/htb/mk2custnotice.pdf . 22 February 2020 . dead.
- Web site: 0.32" Pistol (Ashani MK-II) | Ordnance Factory Board | Government of India . ofbindia.gov.in . 12 January 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200222145258/https://ofbindia.gov.in/product/products/product-details/0-32-pistol-ashani-mk-ii- . 22 February 2020 . dead.
